Channel Playout & Transmission Services

Launch and operate your channel through BMG’s private cloud platform, with managed playout, transmission, distribution, VOD, and 24/7 NOC support.

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What BMG Manages

BMG operates the full broadcast stack, so you don’t have to manage multiple vendors, systems, or teams.

Channel Playout

24/7 channel operations from content ingest to on-air delivery, powered by BMG’s private cloud platform.

Transmission & Distribution

Deliver your signal anywhere using fiber, IP, satellite, and SRT, with fully managed routing and redundancy.

24/7 NOC Monitoring

Every signal, system, and delivery path is monitored in real time by BMG’s Global Network Operations Center.

Running a Channel Is Complicated. We Make It Simple.

Most organizations face the same challenges when launching or operating a channel:

Without BMG With BMG
12–24 months to build infrastructure and go live On-air in as little as 60 days
High capital investment in hardware, facilities, and redundancy No capital investment, with our fully managed service model built for scalability
Multiple vendors across playout, transmission, CDN, and distribution One partner for playout, transmission, and distribution
Staffing, training, and managing a 24/7 operations team BMG’s 24/7 operations team manages everything
No single point of accountability when issues occur One call resolves any issue, across the entire workflow
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24/7 Broadcast Operations. Not Just Software

BMG’s Global Network Operations Center monitors every channel, signal path, and delivery endpoint running through our private cloud infrastructure in real time.

With a centralized platform already in place, our team can manage, scale, and troubleshoot your broadcast operation from one place before issues impact your audience.

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Core Services

BMG delivers the essential components needed to launch and operate a modern broadcast channel without requiring you to build or manage the infrastructure.

Consulting

We evaluate your current broadcast workflow, infrastructure, staffing model, and distribution needs to design a managed service plan that fits today and scales with your operation.

  • Workflow and infrastructure assessment
  • Channel launch and migration planning
  • Managed services roadmap development
  • Playout, transmission, MAM, and distribution strategy
  • Staffing and operational model recommendations
  • Cost, timeline, and scalability analysis
  • Technical architecture and implementation planning

Channel Playout

24/7 managed channel operations, from ingest to on-air. BMG’s trained operators run your channel around the clock from the BMG Cloud Control Center™.

  • Automated playout with missing list management
  • Content ingest, QC & format normalization
  • Playlist & schedule management
  • Master control operations & monitoring
  • Graphics & branding (bugs, lower thirds, tickers)
  • SCTE-35 & SCTE-104 ad break insertion
  • Closed captioning & Nielsen encoding
  • As-run reports & traffic integration

Transmission Services

Every signal format. Every path. BMG’s Global NOC operates as a full-service transmission hub, managing fiber, IP, SRT, satellite, and VOIP from end-to-end.

  • Dedicated fiber circuits (point-to-point & multipoint)
  • IP transport: RIST, SRT, Zixi, RTP
  • Satellite uplink & downlink
  • Live event contribution management
  • Redundant path management & automatic failover
  • Format & standards conversion
  • Global signal monitoring & QoS

FAST / OTT / CTV Distribution

BMG manages content distribution to every screen — linear streaming, FAST platforms, satellite, and social — from a single managed relationship.

  • FAST platform delivery: Samsung TV Plus, Roku, Tubi, Pluto TV, Peacock, Amazon Freevee
  • CTV/OTT app delivery: iOS, Android, Apple TV, Fire TV, web
  • Satellite distribution for MVPD & DTH
  • Social media publishing via BMG Creative
  • EPG management (Gracenote or equivalent)
  • Audience analytics & delivery reporting

Video On Demand (VOD)

BMG manages the preparation, packaging, and delivery of VOD assets across OTT platforms, apps, FAST services, and digital destinations.

  • Mezzanine file preparation and delivery
  • Platform-specific formatting and packaging
  • Metadata, artwork, captions, and thumbnail management
  • Scheduled publishing and release coordination
  • QC validation and content verification
  • Multi-version and multi-format asset delivery
  • Archive retrieval and library updates

Media Asset Management (MAM)

BMG’s MAM environment connects ingest, archive, editing, playout, and retrieval into a centralized production workflow integrated with the BMG Cloud Control Center™.

  • Centralized inest, archive, and asset organization
  • Searchable metadata and AI-assisted tagging
  • Integrated edit-to-air and playout workflows
  • Shared access for distributed production teams
  • Automated content movement and workflow orchestration
  • Tiered storage and archive management
  • Permissions, governance, anf audit tracking

Broadcast Fiber & Internet Management

BMG manages your broadcast network infrastructure — fiber circuits, internet access, and production networks — with 24/7 NOC oversight. Call BMG, not your carrier.

  • Managed dedicated fiber circuits
  • Dedicated internet access (DIA) for production-grade reliability
  • Broadcast-grade bonded cellular
  • Production network design & management (VLANs, QoS, firewall)
  • Vendor & carrier management on your behalf
  • SMPTE ST 2110, NMOS, AES67 consulting

CDN Services — Turnkey

Enterprise CDN delivery through BMG’s strategic partner — global PoPs, HLS ladders, DRM, and analytics. One invoice, one SLA, zero CDN vendor management.

  • Global CDN with Points of Presence worldwide
  • Adaptive bitrate (ABR): HLS & DASH with HLS ladders
  • DRM: Widevine, FairPlay, PlayReady
  • Live linear & CDN management
  • Surge & live event capacity management
  • CDN analytics integrated into BMG client reports

Pop-Up Channels

Need a channel for a playoff run, festival, election night, or holiday season? BMG deploys a fully managed temporary channel — playout, transmission, and distribution — in days.

  • Rapid deployment in days, not months
  • Full playout automation & master control for event window
  • Live contribution & signal management
  • Distribution to CTV, OTT, FAST, and satellite
  • Complete teardown & archive at event end
  • No long-term commitment required

Additional capabilities include live production, creative services, staffing, and content workflows—all integrated into the same platform and operated by the same team.

From Contract to On-Air in ~60 Days

Traditional broadcast builds take over a year. BMG’s private cloud infrastructure is already live. All you need to do is plug in instead of building from scratch.
1

Discovery Call

30-minute virtual call. Current infrastructure, goals, timeline, and scope. We identify the right engagement model and services.

Day 1-3

2

Custom SOW & Proposal

Delivered within 5 business days. Custom scope, implementation timeline, and migration plan included.

Day 5-10

3

Platform Config & Ingest

BMG configures your playout environment. Content is ingested, QC’d, and scheduled.

Day 10-40

4

NOC Handoff & Shadow Testing

BMG’s Global NOC takes operational ownership and runs the channel in shadow mode before launch, testing the full workflow without going live on air.

Day 40-55

5

On Air

Your channel goes live. BMG’s NOC monitors 24/7 from day one. Regular performance reports keep you informed.

Day 60

Your Full Broadcast Partner. Or the Missing Piece You Need.

Every engagement is custom-scoped. BMG can run your entire broadcast operation—or integrate directly into your existing infrastructure and workflows. Either way, one call runs through the BMG Global Network Operations Center.

Channel Playout & Transmission

Start with managed playout and scale from there. BMG’s private cloud platform is already live—so you plug in and get on-air fast.

  • 24/7 automated playout with NOC monitoring
  • Content ingest, QC, and media preparation
  • Master control operations and graphics
  • SCTE-35 / SCTE-104 ad break insertion
  • Closed captioning and Nielsen encoding
  • Transmission via fiber, IP, SRT, and satellite
  • FAST / OTT / CTV distribution
  • Traffic integration and as-run reporting

Complete Broadcast Operations (Most Requested)

Let BMG run everything. From playout and transmission to production, distribution, and infrastructure—fully managed by one team, through one NOC.

  • Everything in Channel Playout & Transmission, plus:
  • Live studio and remote production
  • Media asset management (MAM) and archive
  • Creative services — graphics, promos, editing
  • Managed fiber and internet infrastructure
  • CDN delivery and streaming management
  • Dedicated channel oversight
  • VOD creation and multi-platform distribution
  • Broadcast consulting and strategic support

Integration & Augmentation

Already have infrastructure, staff, or a platform? BMG integrates directly—filling gaps, supporting your team, and connecting into your existing workflows.

  • NOC monitoring layered onto your platform
  • Embedded BMG operators alongside your team
  • Managed transmission into your distribution chain
  • Creative and production support as needed
  • MAM and archive integration
  • Consulting without full outsourcing
  • Pop-up channels for events and campaigns
  • Disaster recovery and business continuity

One Partner. One NOC. Complete Broadcast Operations

BMG is the only mid-market provider offering channel playout, transmission, distribution, network management, MAM, VOD, and live production—fully integrated and operated by a 24/7 expert team.

One partner. One NOC. One operational model. Covering every part of your broadcast workflow.

Built for Mid-Market Broadcast Organizations

BMG serves organizations that need enterprise-grade broadcast operations without the enterprise build timeline or capital investment.

Independent & Regional TV Networks

Aging hardware, expiring satellite contracts, limited staff. BMG replaces master control and playout at a fraction of capex with a 60-day migration — or integrates alongside what’s working.

Sports Organizations & Leagues

Broadcast rights moving to owned platforms. BMG manages live studio and remote production, contribution paths, playout, CTV/OTT delivery, and highlights to social — under one roof.

Streaming Platforms Launching Linear

Strong SVOD base, zero linear expertise. BMG delivers turnkey linear channels — playout, FAST distribution, and IP delivery — with no internal broadcast build required.

FAST Channel Operators & Content Owners

Content libraries undermonetized. BMG handles end-to-end FAST ops: channel creation, playout automation, SCTE break insertion, platform distribution, and creative refresh.

Channels Moving from Satellite to IP

Already budgeted for distribution. BMG provides IP and fiber alternatives and manages the full switchover from satellite to IP — one transition, zero downtime, one partner accountable.

Corporate & Institutional Media Networks

Internal broadcast infrastructure is costly to maintain. BMG’s private cloud environment enables professional broadcast from any location, with 24/7 NOC monitoring and consulting support.

FAQs

BMG can get most channels on-air in as little as 60 days from contract signing. Because the BMG Cloud Control Center™ is already operational, clients plug into a running broadcast environment rather than building from scratch — eliminating months of platform procurement, facility setup, and staff training that traditional builds require.

BMG’s channel playout service includes 24/7 automated playout, content ingest and QC, playlist and schedule management, master control operations, graphics and branding, SCTE-35 and SCTE-104 ad break insertion, closed captioning, Nielsen encoding, traffic integration with as-run reporting, and continuous NOC monitoring — all delivered through the BMG Cloud Control Center™ and operated by BMG’s trained broadcast team.

Yes. BMG manages end-to-end FAST channel operations including playout automation, SCTE break insertion, and platform distribution to Samsung TV Plus, Roku Channel, Tubi, Pluto TV, Peacock, Amazon Freevee, and others. BMG handles all the technical distribution infrastructure — clients focus on content programming and ad revenue.

No. BMG inserts SCTE-35 and SCTE-104 ad break signals and integrates with the client’s chosen third-party ad server — but BMG does not sell, manage, or reconcile ad inventory. All ad revenue and reconciliation remains entirely with the client. BMG provides as-run reports and confidence recordings to support the client’s own traffic and revenue management.

Yes. BMG provisions and manages dedicated fiber circuits, dedicated internet access (DIA), and bonded cellular for broadcast environments. BMG handles all carrier relationships, SLA management, and fault resolution — clients call BMG rather than their carrier. All circuits are monitored 24/7 from BMG’s Global NOC alongside your playout and transmission services.

A pop-up channel is a fully managed temporary broadcast channel deployed for a specific event or time period — such as a sports playoff run, music festival, breaking news event, or holiday programming window. BMG can deploy a complete pop-up channel including playout, graphics, transmission, and CTV/OTT/FAST distribution in days, then fully decommission it when the event concludes. No long-term commitment required.

BMG is the only mid-market managed broadcast partner offering channel playout, transmission, FAST/OTT/CTV distribution, broadcast fiber and internet management, CDN delivery, media asset management, live studio and remote production, creative services, and staffing — all under one relationship, operated from a private cloud NOC by BMG’s own 24/7 expert team. LTN and Amagi are primarily self-service platforms with limited managed support. Encompass and GlobeCast are built for large enterprise clients with long build timelines. BMG provides Encompass-level breadth with the flexibility to be your complete operation or integrate seamlessly into what you already have — and gets you on-air in as little as 60 days.

Yes. BMG offers disaster recovery and business continuity as a managed service or standalone service — geo-diverse redundant infrastructure, active failover monitoring, and NOC-coordinated switchover. DR is available as an add-on at any service tier and as a standard inclusion at the Enterprise tier. Backup connectivity and failover paths are quoted based on specific redundancy requirements.

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